Politics

Koji Suzuki, author of "Ring," dies at 68 Koji Suzuki, author of the horror novel "Ring," has died at 68 in Tokyo. His work sparked the J‑Horror boom and inspired …

Japan’s Antarctic research marks 70 years of scientific and practical achievements Japan’s Antarctic research marks its 70th anniversary in 2026, reflecting seven decades of polar science that have advanced climate …

Survey: 30% of Japanese university hospitals admitted patients after multifetal reduction, at least 42 cases since 2020 A November 2025 survey found about 30% of Japanese university hospitals admitted pregnant …

Trump’s “gold card visa” draws warnings from immigration lawyers Immigration lawyers warn wealthy clients against President Trump’s gold card visa, citing legal uncertainty, a $15,000 filing fee, litigation risk and …

Suicide prevention advocates push economic solutions as public-health strategy People urging suicide prevention to include housing, food and income supports say economic insecurity often triggers suicidal crises, not just clinical …

Wartime tourism in Ukraine draws growing number of foreign visitors despite travel warnings Wartime tourism in Ukraine grows as visitors travel to Kyiv, Lviv and sites like Bucha, providing revenue …

MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak: Evacuation flights repatriate passengers from Tenerife MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak evacuees flew from Tenerife to home countries as authorities implement testing, quarantine and monitoring to limit …

Iran Sends Response to U.S. Proposal via Pakistan in Talks to End Fighting Iran sends response to U.S. proposal via Pakistan, state media reports; talks to focus on regional cessation …

Vandalism at Kabato prison graves: 58 tombstones toppled at Shinozutsuyama Cemetery Kabato prison graves vandalism: 58 tombstones were found toppled at Shinozutsuyama Cemetery in Tsukigata, Hokkaido; police have opened a …